PHARMACIST (Per Diem) - Temple University Hospital
Temple University Health System•Philadelphia, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Temple University Hospital is seeking a per diem Pharmacist. The Pharmacist reviews medication orders from physicians and physician extenders and dispenses medications after confirming that the drug, dose, frequency, and route of administration are appropriate. Before dispensing, the Pharmacist reviews patient allergies, medical history, drug interactions, and laboratory information for potential clinical conflicts. The Pharmacist is responsible for inventory control, provides drug information support to other healthcare team members, and oversees pharmacy students and technicians preparing medications to ensure accuracy and safety. The role also collaborates with the health care team on continuity-of-care planning and discharge planning.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a College of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education.
- Pennsylvania Pharmacist License.
Nice To Haves
- Doctorate degree (PharmD).
- One year of experience working in a hospital, or Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) in a clinical setting.
- Basic Life Support certification.
Responsibilities
- Review medication orders received from physicians and physician extenders.
- Verify that the drug, dose, frequency, and route of administration are appropriate before dispensing medications.
- Review patient allergies, past medical history, drug interactions, and laboratory information for potential clinical conflicts.
- Maintain inventory control.
- Provide drug information support to other healthcare team members.
- Oversee pharmacy students and technicians in medication preparation to ensure accuracy and safety in the medication use process.
- Collaborate with the health care team on continuity-of-care and discharge planning.
